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Fire Suppression Systems
A large expense for buildings are HVAC costs. Fortunately, IoT, wireless, and sensor technology are providing data to increase building efficiency.
The data collected and control options these technologies deliver can reduce operational costs and add value to other systems for a more holistic building solution. Sensors are on the front lines of HVAC management. They require stability and robust designs to endure over time and in case of unexpected harsh environments such as fumes, smoke, dust, or fire. While HVAC can make workers more comfortable and productive, the right sensors can also make them and the materials inside the building safer. Buildings often have servers, IT networks, and inventory, in addition to people, that are susceptible to temperatures, fumes, and humidity. Sensors monitoring these data points can help alert maintenance to potential environmental conditions that may damage inventory, impact workers’ health, or even increase fire risks. Partnered with streamlined interfaces and high-quality computing, sensors are a critical part of reliable monitoring and diagnostics for HVAC systems. The reduction in sensors’ size, cost, and power requirements provide cost-effective networks and enough data to effectively monitor hazardous environments. For example, our board mount differential (SM7000, SM8000, and HCLA) and board mount (LMI and LDH) microflow pressure sensors are immune to dust and fumes and are known for long-term stability. Also, the DO-35 thermistor delivers operating temperatures of -40°C to 300°C, ±1% tolerance, and is RoHS compliant. With accurate reliable data, automation controls or maintenance staff can change HVAC operations to increase efficiency, reduce risks, or act as an early detection system to give people in the building more time to get to a safe space. TE Connectivity (TE) sensors interface conveniently with other digital or analog monitoring and diagnostic systems. Most digital HVAC sensors can produce more than one output waveform. Paired with microprocessors, TE sensors supply continuous monitoring with analog and digital outputs in extreme environments for safe, reliable, and efficient HVAC systems.
